1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Jensen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Interceptor | 166 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
